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Efficiency

New Ball Homes now meet strict Energy Star qualifications, providing peace of mind and energy savings.  Now included on its built-to-suit homes, as well as many Quick Move and Quick Start Homes, the Energy Star designation signifies that a home meets strict energy efficiency guidelines set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.  According to the E.P.A., owners of Energy Star qualified home save an estimated $200 to $400 in annual energy costs, and enjoy more consistent temperatures between and across rooms, improved indoor air quality, and enhanced resale value on their new homes.

Energy Star qualified homes offer the advantage of an individualized energy analysis and a third party inspection and certification of its energy efficient measures.   Each home is individually inspected and tested by a Certified Home Energy Rater for such features as tightness of construction and ducts, high efficiency heating and cooling equipment, effective insulation, and advanced windows. Properly sized, sealed, and insulated ducts can increase heating and cooling efficiency and provide a quieter and more comfortable home.

Energy Star qualified homes by Ball Homes are sealed and insulated to reduce holes and cracks in the home's "envelope," provide even temperatures, increased comfort and indoor air quality, and lower utility bills.  This reduces your utility bills, as air leakage and improperly installed insulation can waste 20% or more of the energy you use to heat and cool your home.  Our Energy Star qualified homes undergo a rigorous Thermal Bypass Inspection by the independent Home Energy Rater to ensure that they are properly sealed and insulated to provide maximum efficiency.  

Last but not least, the reduced energy use of an Energy Star home yields enviromental benefits for everyone, including reduced air pollution generated by the production of energy at power plants.